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Former Rugby Player Jon Devereux Dies After Collapsing at Great Bristol Run

The 28-year-old received immediate medical care at the event but passed away in hospital; the cause of death remains under investigation.

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Overview

  • Jon Devereux, a 28-year-old former rugby player, collapsed during the Great Bristol Run half-marathon on May 11, 2025, and later died in hospital.
  • The Great Run Company and Great Western Air Ambulance Charity confirmed his death and detailed the immediate medical response provided on-site and during his transfer to the hospital.
  • The official cause of death has not yet been determined, though one rugby club suggested he suffered a heart attack during the event.
  • Devereux was a well-regarded athlete who played for several rugby clubs across the North East, including Tynedale RFC, Blaydon RFC, Chester RUFC, and Morpeth RFC.
  • Tributes from the rugby community described Devereux as a talented player with an infectious spirit, leaving a lasting impression on teammates and friends.